International Harvester 7588

The International Harvester 7588 is a tractor produced by International Harvester. It is equipped with a 798 ci 13.1 L engine. The listed engine power is Diesel (listed): 300 hp / 223.7 kW. Transmission: 18 forward and 4 reverse. Operating weight: 21,650 lbs 9820 kg.

Engine Power
Diesel (listed): 300 hp / 223.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
194 gal 734.3 L
Transmission
18 forward and 4 reverse
Operating Weight
21,650 lbs 9820 kg

Overview

International Harvester 7588 tractor photo
1982 - 1984 70 SeriesFour-wheel Drive (4WD) tractorSteiger built 70 Series Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor Steiger built
Production
Distributor
International Harvester
Manufacturer
Steiger
Four-wheel Drive (4WD) tractor
Built in Fargo, North Dakota, USA
Original price was $84,300 in 1984
International Harvester 7588 Engine
International Harvester 13.1L 8-cyl diesel
Fuel tank
194 gal 734.3 L
Engine details ...
International Harvester 7588 Transmission
18-speed
Transmission details ...
International Harvester 7588 Power
Engine
300 hp 223.7 kW
Mechanical
Four-wheel drive
Cab standard with air-conditioning.
Hydraulics
Type
open center
Valves
19
Tractor hitch
Rear Type
III OptOptional
Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase
118 inches 299 cm
Weight
21,650 lbs 9820 kg
Front tire
24.5-32
Rear tire
24.5-32
Full dimensions and tires ...
References
7588 references literature
New International 4-Wheel Drive Tractors published in 1982, by International Harvester

Engine

Engine Detail — 798 ci / 13.1 L Diesel

Configuration
International Harvester DV-800, turbocharged diesel, 8-cylinder, liquid-cooled V8
Displacement
798 ci 13.1 L
Bore/Stroke
5.31x4.50 inches 135 x 114 mm
Power
300 hp 223.7 kW
Rated RPM
2400
Torque
725 lb-ft 983.1 Nm
Torque RPM
1800
Firing order
1-8-7-3-6-5-4-2
Oil capacity
30 qts 28.4 L
Coolant capacity
64 qts 60.6 L
Intake valve clearance
0.014 inches 0.356 mm
Exhaust valve clearance
0.016 inches 0.406 mm

Transmission

Transmission — 18 forward and 4 reverse

Gears
18 forward and 4 reverse
With 24.5-32 rear tires.
7588   speeds

Dimensions

International Harvester 7588 Tires
Ag front
24.5-32
Ag rear
24.5-32
Dimensions
Wheelbase
118 inches 299 cm
Length
246 inches 624 cm
Width
116 inches 294 cm
Weight
21,650 lbs 9820 kg
Ground clearance
15.6 inches 39 cm
International Harvester 7588 Height
94 inches (hood) 238 cm
134 inches (cab) 340 cm
147 inches (exhaust) 373 cm

Photos

International Harvester 7588 tractor photo

International Harvester 7588 tractor photo

Recommended Implements & Sizing Guide

Engineering recommendations for International Harvester 7588 based on its 300 HP power envelope and ASAE agricultural standards.

Implement & OperationRecommended SizeWorkload RatingEngineering Notes
Moldboard PlowPrimary Tillage
8+ Bottom On-Land Hitch8+ 铧重型机外牵引犁Commercial / Field ScaleHigh horsepower articulated/4WD field plowing.
Rotary Cutter / MowerMowing & Clearing
15 to 20 ft Batwing4.6 - 6.1 m 宽幅折叠翼Commercial / Field ScaleLarge commercial field and roadside mowing operations.
Rotary TillerSeedbed Prep
90 to 120 in Heavy Duty230 - 300 cm 重型旋耕机Commercial / Field ScaleDeep intensive seedbed preparation for commercial row crops.
Disc HarrowSecondary Tillage
24 to 36 ft Heavy Duty Field Disc7.3 - 11.0 m 超宽重型整地耙Commercial / Field ScaleBroad-acre grain tillage for high-drawbar tractors.
Hay BalerHay & Forage
Large Square Baler (3x4 or 4x4)大方捆商用打捆机 (1.2x1.2 m)Commercial / Field ScaleHigh-capacity commercial forage harvesting (1000 RPM PTO).
Sizing & Soil Condition NoteActual implement sizing varies depending on local soil conditions (heavy clay vs sandy loam), field slope, and operating speed. Heavy tillage implements may require front ballast weights and wheel weights.

Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy

Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for International Harvester 7588.

Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 12.4 hrs

Approximately 12.4 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (194 gal / 734.4 L).

Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~15.6 gal/hr (59.1 L/hr)

Engine Crankcase Oil

SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours

Transmission & Hydraulic System

UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours

Engine Cooling System

50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours

International Harvester 7588 Specification Unit Converter

Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for International Harvester 7588.

Converted Equivalents:

Horsepower (HP)300 hp
Kilowatts (kW)223.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)304.2 PS

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